Massachusetts H4633 amends restraining order laws to include hate crimes targeting specific groups.

Massachusetts H4633 modifies the definition of hate crimes under restraining order laws. It expands the scope to include assaults, batteries, or property damage motivated by the victim's race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. The bill also updates the definition of harassment to include repeated acts of intimidation or threats based on these characteristics. Penalties for such crimes are increased, with fines up to $5,000 and imprisonment for up to 2 ½ years.

Massachusetts H4633 amends restraining order laws to include hate crimes targeting specific groups.

Massachusetts H4633 modifies the definition of hate crimes under restraining order laws. It expands the scope to include assaults, batteries, or property damage motivated by the victim's race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. The bill also updates the definition of harassment to include repeated acts of intimidation or threats based on these characteristics. Penalties for such crimes are increased, with fines up to $5,000 and imprisonment for up to 2 ½ years.